Mercedes-Benz 190

Important Sales Reviewed by SCM Experts

In each month’s issue for the past 38 years, SCM’s analysts have reviewed 5 to 7 significant cars sold at auction, and discuss what options, history, or details made that particular more or less valuable. They give their expert opinion on the market for these cars, and whether this car was well bought or well sold. If you’re thinking of purchasing a Mercedes-Benz 190, you’ll likely find these profiles critical in helping you make the right decision. Each of the following is an article from our print magazine on a Mercedes-Benz 190 sold at auction.

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  1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL

  By Pierre Hedary · Published May 10, 2022

  Our example is exceptional in more ways than one. Firstly, it is presented in incredibly immaculate condition today, offering an irresistible invitation to get in and drive. Secondly, it has an unusual history, having been delivered new to Caracas in Venezuela, through the distributor Zico. A copy of its Datenkarte tells us that the car […]

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  1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Roadster

  By Pierre Hedary · Published August 10, 2017

  This 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL has benefited from a meticulous, well-executed restoration. Presented in black, with a black soft top and tan leather interior, the car shows beautifully. A 1.9-liter, 4-cylinder engine paired to a 4-speed manual transmission powers this Mercedes-Benz. The car is well-sorted mechanically and features the optional wind-up clock and Becker Mexico radio. […]

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  1990 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.6-16 Evolution Sports Saloon

  By Pierre Hedary · Published July 19, 2016

  Currently displaying a total of only 48,000 kilometers (29,825 miles) on the odometer, this Evo 2 was purchased in Spain by the current vendor in 2005, having belonged to the preceding owner since 1993. Unfortunately, the original service book is no longer available, but the car does come with its Spanish service history. The most […]

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  Two Mercedes-Benz 190SL Cars, One Price Gap

  By Paul Hardiman · Published October 1, 2014

  Production of the Mercedes-Benz 190SL Roadster can be credited to New York importer Max Hoffman, who foresaw that the competition success of the 300SL Gullwing would translate into something that he could easily sell in America. The 190SL was first displayed as a show car at New York in 1954. This high-quality, two-seat roadster was […]

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  1961 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Roadster

  By Alex Dearborn · Published October 1, 2012

  Why spend $132,709 for this car? One reason: Mercedes-Benz provides service and parts to keep it running Mercedes-Benz managed, starting in May 1955, to produce a sports car that cost less than half the price of the very desirable — but hardly accessible — 300SL. The 190SL was a strong and sturdy car, and it […]

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